Anna Santiago
Graduate of Mount Royal University's Journalism program and a freelance sports writer from Calgary, Alberta.
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Johnny Hockey's Case For The Calder
When you're 21, under 6 feet tall, weigh a mere 150 lbs. and look like you're 12, the chances of you taking home one of the most coveted trophies in a professional sports league can be a bit unlikely. Oh, unless you happen to be named Johnny Gaudreau. His nickname, Johnny Hockey, speaks for his talent, since his baby-faced appearance...
Calgary Flames In The Playoffs: Defining The Cardiac Kids
April 29th, 2015 Throughout the regular season, and throughout the last few years, the Calgary Flames have never really seemed to have good luck playing against the Vancouver Canucks. Their biggest Canadian rival in the West, the two teams have always been on a different level. The Canucks have been constant playoff contenders, making it all the way to...
Calgary Flames in the Playoffs: The Difference a Decade Makes
April 10th, 2015 On Thursday night, Flames fans were given a flashback of electric proportions: a roaring crowd, anticipation mixed with anxiety and excitement, and the smell of playoffs in the air. Except this flashback wasn't a fantasy, it was a reality. In a do-or-die game, the Flames faced off against the defending Stanley Cup champions the L.A....
The Flames Files: Weeks Thirteen & Fourteen In Review
February 2nd, 2015 Game 1 The Flames had a busy week leading up to the NHL All Star Weekend, starting with a matchup against the Los Angeles Kings in sunny California on Monday, January 19th. Coming off of an exciting overtime win against the San Jose Sharks, the Flames had a slow start against the reigning Stanley Cup champions, only getting in three...
The Flames Files: Week Twelve In Review
January 19th, 2015 Game 1 The Calgary Flames had a few days to recover from a tough week in which they won only one of their last four games. On Thursday night, the benefits of a four-day break and a very light schedule (Week 12 held only two games for the Flames) were evident against the Arizona Coyotes. Joni Ortio's remarkable performance against...
The Flames Files: Week Eleven In Review
January 14th, 2015 Game 1 The Flames' success may have been up and down lately, but the New York Islanders' certainly hasn't. In fact, prior to their matchup in Calgary on January 2nd, the Isles had won eight of their last thirteen games, and were creeping up on top spot in the Eastern conference. And to ensure that they continued on that upward path,...